Bus Tickets from Santander to Madrid

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TomorrowNov 22
from US$40
SatNov 23
from US$40
SunNov 24
from US$40
MonNov 25
from US$43
TueNov 26
from US$32
WedNov 27
from US$28
ThuNov 28
from US$28
FriNov 29

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: November 22 at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Arrival time: November 22 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Avenida de América Metro
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: November 22 at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Arrival time: November 22 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: November 22 at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Arrival time: November 22 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: ALSA SupraALSA Supra
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: November 22 at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Arrival time: November 22 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: November 22 at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Arrival time: November 23 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:58 PM CET.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Bus Santander to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$49
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:45am
Distance330 km
Latest bus departure6:55pm

Santander to Madrid Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santander - Madrid

  1. How long is the trip from Santander to Madrid by bus?

    The typical travel time from Santander to Madrid by bus is around 5h 40m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 5h.

  2. What is the travel distance from Santander to Madrid?

    The distance between Santander and Madrid is around 340 km (211 miles).

  3. How many buses make the trip between Santander and Madrid each day?

    A ALSA bus travels from Santander to Madrid only once a day, at 12:45am. It's offered by ALSA and usually departs at 12:45am.

  4. What time does the first bus depart from Santander to Madrid, and when is the last one?

    The first bus starts running at 12:45am, and the last one leaves at 6:55pm. If you want a smooth trip, it's a good idea to arrive at the station early to check-in.

  5. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santander to Madrid?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2, in Santander, and end it at Avenida de América Metro, in Madrid.

  6. What is the cheapest way to go from Santander to Madrid?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Madrid from Santander; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$40, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  7. How much does the bus ticket cost from Santander to Madrid?

    The bus fare from Santander to Madrid is approximately US$49.

  8. Is there an overnight bus from Santander to Madrid?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Santander until 6:55pm and reaching Madrid on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-19
US$35
11-20
US$99
Today
US$102
11-22
US$34
11-23
US$34
11-24
US$35
11-25
US$38
11-26
US$27
The cheapest trip from Santander to Madrid was searched and found on Nov 26, 2024 with a price of US$27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santander to Madrid, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$27 to US$111 for a bus ticket from Santander to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$27 which is on 2024-11-26.

Usually Flixbus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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